Disclosure: This video includes paid partnerships and sponsor relationships. I may receive compensation from companies mentioned. All opinions are my own. IDP Podcast is Sponsored by Kettenbach Dental. For over 75 years, Kettenbach has delivered innovative materials that help dentists improve clinical efficiency and outcomes. Now introducing Profisil® Fluoride Varnish Plus, a next-generation varnish formulated with 5% sodium fluoride combined with calcium, phosphate, and hydroxyapatite to support enamel remineralization and long-term protection. Kettenbach is also offering 20% off your purchase of retail priced products — Visit the link below to learn more about the offer and use promo code IDP2026 to unlock it. Kettenbach Dental Discount: https://qrco.de/bggUPu Kettenbach Resource Material: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Wav7CIQIdZufH_b8AzzKZwsGvujAvZAg?usp=drive_link Episode Title Dental Practice Embezzlement: How Trusted Employees Steal—and the Warning Signs Dentists Miss Description Dr. Sonny Spera and Dr. Josh Bernstein discuss real cases of embezzlement inside dental practices, including payroll theft, altered patient accounts, prescription abuse, cash manipulation, and other forms of employee fraud. They also share the warning signs dentists often overlook and practical ways to better protect a practice. Highlights The conversation covers real embezzlement stories, time theft, financial red flags, prescription misuse, weak internal controls, employee access to practice systems, and the importance of separating financial responsibilities. Personal Passions Dr. Spera and Dr. Bernstein share a strong interest in helping independent dentists protect their practices, learn from real-world experiences, and make better business decisions. Podcast Vision The Independent Dental Practice Podcast gives dentists practical conversations, real experiences, and useful insights that can help them protect and strengthen independent dental practices. Takeaways Trust alone is not enough when managing practice finances. Dentists should watch for unusual financial activity, cross-train team members, separate financial duties, review accounts regularly, protect passwords, and follow the principle of “trust but verify.” ___________________________________________________________________ Podcast Specific Discounts (POD26): https://dentistryingeneral.com/digrn Associate Dentist Opportunities: https://progressivedentalny.com/meet-us/dentist-careers-in-new-york/ Connect with Dr. Sonny Spera: 📧 independentdentalpractice@gmail.com Connect with Dr. Josh: 📧 thriveoutofnetwork.com Disclaimer for Dentistry in General Radio Network The Dentistry in General Radio Network (the "Network"), a division of Dentistry in General, LLC, provides podcast programming featuring independently selected guests by individual podcasters. Any guest appearance, documents, information, products, services, or opinions expressed on the Network’s podcasts are solely those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of Dentistry in General, LLC, its owners, affiliates, podcasters, or employees. The Network, Dentistry in General, LLC, their affiliates, podcasters, owners, agents, and employees do not assume responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information, materials, documents, products, or services shared or referenced by podcast guests. Listeners must independently verify information presented, exercise professional judgment, and conduct appropriate due diligence before acting upon or implementing recommendations provided on the Network. Information shared by guests or podcasters should not be interpreted as professional, medical, legal, or financial advice, unless explicitly stated by a qualified professional. By accessing or engaging with the Dentistry in General Radio Network content, listeners expressly agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Dentistry in General, LLC, its affiliates, podcasters, owners, agents, and employees from and against all claims, liabilities, damages, costs, or losses arising out of or resulting from reliance upon information or materials shared by guests or podcasters. Dentistry in General, LLC and its podcasters reserve the right to edit, remove, or decline to broadcast any content or material at their sole discretion. Use of podcasts or materials provided through the Dentistry in General Radio Network constitutes acceptance of these terms and acknowledgment of this disclaimer. This episode includes AI-generated content.
